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06 Aug 2010, 08:18
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I see a lot of stories on here and debriefs for those of you have already scored or are working to improve your score. What would be your advice for someone just starting up the process of preparing?
One thing I'm trying to work out is if I should basically divide and conquer during this first few weeks or month of preparation. I know quant will be my "grind it out" area but I've never been exceptional on tests such as these so verbal will be a process as well. Is it better to focus on one thing at a time or work on both simultaneously?
I've started working with GMAT Premier 11 and have focused on quant off and on during my last semester at undergrad with lots of different sources I could get my hands on. I'm aiming to take the GMAT in the winter but being that I have yet to get the work experience I know will be required I'm not in any kind of huge rush. At the same time I know having a concrete day in mind to take test would be beneficial.
One thing I'm trying to work out is if I should basically divide and conquer during this first few weeks or month of preparation. I know quant will be my "grind it out" area but I've never been exceptional on tests such as these so verbal will be a process as well. Is it better to focus on one thing at a time or work on both simultaneously?
I've started working with GMAT Premier 11 and have focused on quant off and on during my last semester at undergrad with lots of different sources I could get my hands on. I'm aiming to take the GMAT in the winter but being that I have yet to get the work experience I know will be required I'm not in any kind of huge rush. At the same time I know having a concrete day in mind to take test would be beneficial.
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06 Aug 2010, 09:03
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Just a few suggestions
-A number of test takers dont feel safe by considering that their preparation is complete & by doing so many dont even take a test date & meanwhile their preparation takes a time more than one year. So I suggest you to plan a test date & follow that strictly.
-Why dont you go for a course from test prep companies? I myself didn't opt for a course because of my family & work life. If you can afford some time then you should go for a prep course.
-In case you wanna hunt the gmat via self study then again you have to select a test prep company's reading material. You can read the feedback here.
best-gmat-books-77703.html
-A number of test takers dont feel safe by considering that their preparation is complete & by doing so many dont even take a test date & meanwhile their preparation takes a time more than one year. So I suggest you to plan a test date & follow that strictly.
-Why dont you go for a course from test prep companies? I myself didn't opt for a course because of my family & work life. If you can afford some time then you should go for a prep course.
-In case you wanna hunt the gmat via self study then again you have to select a test prep company's reading material. You can read the feedback here.
best-gmat-books-77703.html
13 Aug 2010, 12:43
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Hi mawarn3,
I suggest you study for 3-5 hours per day, 6 days per week, for 2-4 months - keeping a test day in mind. This will prevent procrastination and lack of involvement. I also recommend taking 10-15 practice tests over this time to pinpoint trouble areas and build stamina - the GMAT is a trying test. You can access The Princeton Review's free practice test here https://theprincetonreview.com/free-onli ... tests.aspx. If you plan on studying verbal and quant individually, be sure to throw in some verbal or quant questions (whichever you're not focusing on at the moment) each day to stay fresh.
Like Hussain15 said, test prep classes are a huge help. They provide structure, strategy, explaination, and personal attention. If you don't feel you have the resources, time, structure, or motivation to self study, check out some courses. You may also want to take a practice test now, and if you're far from your desired score, a course would do you good. Furthermore, if you're not too far from your goal, then you may realize self-study is the path for you.
We offer online, classroom, liveonline, tutoring, so on and so forth; you can check out our classes here https://www.princetonreview.com/business ... ation.aspx. Remember, as a GMAT Club member, you will receive 15% off if you enroll in one of our courses. We all like to save a buck
If you have any questions, feel free to shoot me an email at [email protected]. Good luck!
Best Regards,
Anthony
I suggest you study for 3-5 hours per day, 6 days per week, for 2-4 months - keeping a test day in mind. This will prevent procrastination and lack of involvement. I also recommend taking 10-15 practice tests over this time to pinpoint trouble areas and build stamina - the GMAT is a trying test. You can access The Princeton Review's free practice test here https://theprincetonreview.com/free-onli ... tests.aspx. If you plan on studying verbal and quant individually, be sure to throw in some verbal or quant questions (whichever you're not focusing on at the moment) each day to stay fresh.
Like Hussain15 said, test prep classes are a huge help. They provide structure, strategy, explaination, and personal attention. If you don't feel you have the resources, time, structure, or motivation to self study, check out some courses. You may also want to take a practice test now, and if you're far from your desired score, a course would do you good. Furthermore, if you're not too far from your goal, then you may realize self-study is the path for you.
We offer online, classroom, liveonline, tutoring, so on and so forth; you can check out our classes here https://www.princetonreview.com/business ... ation.aspx. Remember, as a GMAT Club member, you will receive 15% off if you enroll in one of our courses. We all like to save a buck
If you have any questions, feel free to shoot me an email at [email protected]. Good luck!
Best Regards,
Anthony
